A person with Down Syndrome has many and varied symptoms. Some of the symptoms are obvious. Some of them are minor. Here are some of the most common symptoms.

·    Shorter than average height

·     Short, wide neck

·     Slower learning ability

·     Single crease on the palm of hand

·     Weaker muscles

·     Pushed in nasal bridge

·     Crooked teeth

·     Slight tissue buildup on the colored part of eye

Young boy with Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome: Symptoms

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